Hardman Roy Keane emotional as he looks back at ‘happiest days’ at Nottingham Forest as fans think he was close to tears

ROY KEANE is known for his no-nonsense method as a participant and pundit.

However the ex-midfield hardman confirmed a crack of emotion as he appeared again on the ‘happiest days’ of his profession at Nottingham Forest.

Roy Keane appeared again on his Nottingham Forest profession

Keane was a part of the ITV staff protecting Forest’s shock 1-0 win over Arsenal within the FA Cup on Sunday.

And when the published confirmed his first house within the metropolis after shifting to Forest in 1990, the 50-year-old couldn’t resist a visit down reminiscence lane.

He mentioned: "I moved in there with a few different gamers at, what, 18, 19. 

“You could not have been nearer the bottom - that is the place we used to vary and stroll down the Trent to coaching. It was completely wonderful. 

“Each time I drive again to West Bridgford it brings a smile to my face. Mainly the happiest days of my life actually."

Followers on-line couldn’t disguise their shock at seeing the tough-talking pundit present his softer facet.

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Roy Keane performed within the 1991 FA Cup ultimateCredit score: Getty

He was in a fiery temper for the conflict with Tottenham at WembleyCredit score: Getty

Joel Perry wrote on Twitter: “Roy Keane getting all emotional referring to @NottsForest_ being the happiest time of his life. Ouch.”

Consumer Thetommym added: “Bizarre seeing Roy Keane emotional!”

Keane was a four-time FA Cup winner with Manchester United however managed to succeed in the ultimate with Forest in 1991.

Opponents Tottenham emerged with the trophy after a 2-1 victory, however Keane revealed one thing he discovered extra particular from that day.

His mum had not too long ago dug out his shirt from the Wembley look, with the powerful man admitting he can’t wait to go it on to his son.

He mentioned: “All of us need to chase medals and contracts, however the jerseys - typically while you look again you're taking them with no consideration. 

“However for my mom to have saved them, notably the cup ultimate jersey, was very shifting and clearly means quite a bit to me, notably after I hopefully go it on to my son."

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